Project Manager at Kforce Inc in Redmond, Washington

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Redmond, WA that is looking for a Project Manager to help manage the AI Hackathon in a Box Program. This program aims to empower local teams to run AI hackathons for public sector customers. The project manager will help create materials and will be responsible for managing each event and providing end-to-end support.

Duties:

• Project Manager will be responsible for overall management of the project timeline, budget, and deliverables for each hackathon event to ensure it meets the quality standards and expectations that have been established


• Coordinate with the local teams to plan and execute the AI hackathon events, including logistics, marketing, registration, and communication


• Creation of workback plans, management of project timeline, and budget


• Assist in the creation of hackathon agendas and, when applicable, coordinate with the Worldwide Public Sector team to deliver presentations and/or demos during the event


• As a Project Manager, you will assist in the creation of branded repeatable assets for internal teams to leverage


• Monitor and troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the hackathon events and provide timely and effective solutions


• Collect and analyze feedback from the hackathon participants, sponsors, and organizers, and use it to improve the AI Hackathon in a Box Program


• Track and report the outcomes and impact of the AI hackathon events, and share best practices and lessons learned with the Worldwide Public Sector team and the local teams

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in project management, event management, or related field


• At least 3 years of experience in managing and delivering complex development projects and/or events


• Knowledge of the cloud environment setup and management


• Working knowledge and interest of AI services and products and its applications in the public sector


• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills and can work well under pressure and meet deadlines


• Excellent communication skills and can collaborate well with others and be a team player


• Willingness to work across different time zones and cultures


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, and Project


• Ability to assist in the management of all technical aspects of the hackathon such as working closely with local teams to setup environments, onboard participants, and orchestrate licensing


• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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